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Maruti Dzire Review

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest car manufacturer launched its Dzire packed with a lot of exciting and thrilling features. Maruti vehicles are well known for their better engine performance, fuel consumption, great mileage and many more. The Dzire comes in both petrol and diesel models along with impressive colour options. The customers can be able to choose according to their wish. The cost of the car is also very reasonable and even the middle class people can be able to purchase the car.

Maruti Dzire Models and Prices

The Dzire comes in both petrol and diesel models and the petrol variants along with the price details are as follows.
1) Maruti Dzire LXI – Rs.4,92,355
2) Maruti Dzire VXI – Rs.5,53,479
3) Maruti Dzire Regal – Rs.5,59,283
4) Maruti Dzire ZXI – Rs.6,44,129
5) Maruti Dzire VXI AT – Rs.6,74,603
On the other hand, the diesel models of the car includes
1) Maruti Dzire LDI – Rs.5,99,500
2) Maruti Dzire VDI – Rs.6,66,642
3) Maruti Dzire ZDI – Rs.7,50,484
The prices of all the variants are very moderate and it is not sure since it may changes according to the areas. So it is compulsory to contact with the nearest dealer while buying a new car.

Maruti Dzire Engine Details

Maruti Dzire engine looks somewhat similar to the Swift engine in which it has two engine options such as petrol and diesel. At first the petrol engine of the car is powered with a 1.2 L, K series 12M, BS-IV engine with Variable Valve Timing technology generates the maximum power of 86 BHP @ 6000 RPM and maximum torque of 114 NM @ 4000 RPM with a displacement very close to 1197 cc. On the other hand, the diesel engine is powered by a 1.3 L Double Over Head Camshaft along with CRDi fuel injection system with turbocharger and intercooler combination gives a displacement of 1248 cc. This diesel engine generates the maximum power of 74 BHP @ 4000 RPM in coupling with the maximum torque of 190 NM @ 2000 RPM. The petrol engine of the Dzire is coupling with a five speed manual transmission and four speed automatic transmission.

Acceleration, Mileage and Fuel Economy

Since the Dzire’s engine comes with the Variable Valve Timing technology, the car provides a decent pick up and acceleration. The petrol engine of the Dzire helps in crossing the barrier of 0-100 kmph in just 12.60 seconds with the maximum speed of 169 kmph whereas the diesel engine of the Dzire can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in just 14.8 seconds with the top speed of nearly 162 kmph. The petrol engine of the car delivers a mileage of about 19.1 kmpl while the diesel engine offers a mileage of about 23.4 kmpl. The diesel engine gives a better acceleration while compared to the petrol engine.

Design and Engineering

Maruti Dzire Interior Features

Maruti Dzire is an entry-level sedan which has been designed with black and beige interiors looking so neat and decent. The new car is very roomy and spacious and it is possible to accommodate five members in comfort. The dashboard of the car is very decent with the beige plastics below and black above separated by wooden trim. The seat fabrics and door pads are all designed in beige colour which offers a luxurious look. It consists of an integrated stereo on top end models and climate control air conditioning are some of the interior features giving more more comfort. The door handles of the car comes in chrome finished which adds more style to the interiors. The car comprises a sporty instrument panel with silver embellishments and 3D acrylic graduations which looks so good while illuminated. The car is well fitted with an adjustable headrests, a rear centre armrest, height adjustable driver seat with seatbelt etc which adds more comfort and convenience to the driver and co-passengers. It has a dual sun visors which protects the driver and passenger from scorching light. The legroom, headroom and shoulder room is more than enough just like all Maruti cars which are quite reliable in India. Boot space of the car is measured as 316 litres which is quite good to carry a weekend’s luggage.

Maruti Dzire Exteriors

Maruti Dzire looks very pleasing while seeing from the outside and very elegant too. The Dzire is perfectly suited for the Indian road condition and it comes with lot of excellent features. The car grille is of black colour incorporated with Suzuki emblem in chrome finish. The car possess a bright and radiant halogen hawk eye headlights which gives an unique appearance. The car is well equipped with a body coloured bumpers offers a neat and clean appearance. The Dzire comprises a ORVMs with turn indicators and body coloured door handles adds more beauty to the car. While talking about the wheels, the base and mid level variants comes in 14 inch wheels with steel rims of size 165/80 R14 whereas the top end models are blessed with 15 inch alloy wheels of size 185/65 R15. The boot lid of the car seems to be elevated offers a unique look. The exterior features also includes large trapezoid tail lamps, Stop lamp and many more.

Braking and Handling

Braking and Handling is not a big problem in the Maruti Dzire car. The front wheels are fitted with a ventilated disc brakes and the rear wheels are fitted with a drum brakes. The ventilation in the vehicle allows the heat to be passed out freely while applying brakes and so wear and tear of wheels is avoided. Similarly, the front suspension comes with a McPherson strut with coil spring and the rear suspension comes with torsion beam with coil spring which is very similar to Swift hatchback. In order to provide an advanced braking facility, the car is packed with ABS with EBD and Brake Assist. Overall, the handling of the Dzire is very good on the vehicle and the engines are well revised and refined with ideal driveability and handling offering unforgettable driving experience.

Maruti Dzire Safety

Safety is an important aspect for any vehicle and there is no doubt in Dzire. The new car is well equipped with lot of safety features which includes front dual SRS airbags, ELR seatbelts, ABS with EBD and BA, Engine Drag Control system and many more. All these features helps in preventing skidding and assures a minimum stopping even on the most slippery roads. The structure is of rigid ensuring cent percent safety and handling.

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Maruti Dzire User Reviews

I personally don’t like the looks of the Swift DZire. I think it’s a makeshift sedan inspired from the Swift. But deriving it is an altogether different experience. The engine is very torque and delivers a good punch above 2000 rpm. The interiors are very

I bought the DZire diesel in May 2008. The car is excellent and returns 18 – 20 kpl. The pick up is also good. I drive about 2000 km every month. The car is stable even at high speeds. ABS is a further advantage though is not missed a lot. The interiors a